1946 Buick 40 vs. 1956 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1956 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1956 Ford Fairlane.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Buick 40 | 1956 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1520 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |